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Fire Lieutenant Fights for PTSD Justice After Denial

8/13/2025

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Jeff Sirois, a dedicated fire lieutenant from Methuen, battles debilitating PTSD after two decades of service. Despite medical evidence connecting his condition to his heroic work, the Methuen Retirement Board denied his disability benefits. Undeterred, Sirois is determined to shed light on first responder mental health and challenge the stigma, as he fights for justice.

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Story summary

Jeff Sirois, a dedicated fire lieutenant from Methuen, battles debilitating PTSD after two decades of service. Despite medical evidence connecting his condition to his heroic work, the Methuen Retirement Board denied his disability benefits. Undeterred, Sirois is determined to shed light on first responder mental health and challenge the stigma, as he fights for justice.